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BBC News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Oxford choirs sing from rooftops to mark Ascension Day
Rooftops were alive with the sound of singing on Thursday morning in what is an Oxford Ascension Day choirs and those from Oxford University dotted the tops of buildings around the city centre to sing hymnals and Day is an important moment in the Christian calendar, marking Jesus' return to heaven after his Chris Williams said: "It's always tricky singing outside, but it was really good fun." Ascension is "a really important day for me", he said, "with Jesus going up to heaven and leaving the world to put into practice what he has spent his time preaching".Charles Hellens, a student and choir member, said: "I don't know what it is about Oxford but we love getting up early in the morning to hear people sing choral music."It feels important to have a presence on days like Ascension Day and keep these traditions going."They're so at risk of dying out, but as long as we keep waking up early in the morning and coming up to sing choral music then I think Oxford is in safe hands." This year, one of the usual spots of Saint Michael at the North Gate was under scaffolding, so a group decamped to the roof terrace of The Store Hotel on Broad manager Simon Drake said the best moment "was seeing the guests we've got in the hotel actually drawn to come and hear it"."Seeing people crying to choral music at eight o'clock in the morning is always eye-opening," he Nightingale is a student at Oxford University and a member of one of the said: "It's been a really lovely morning. It's always good to spend some time with these people and sing something - although it feels slightly bizarre to be up and singing at this time in the morning." You can follow BBC Oxfordshire on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
Wales Online
6 days ago
- Wales Online
Path connecting two popular Welsh beaches finally set to reopen
Path connecting two popular Welsh beaches finally set to reopen The Tramway, which links Wisemans Bridge to Coppet Hall, has been closed for months after a series of landslips - the latest in January - and substantial investment has been made to reopen the route This section of path in Pembrokeshire is expected to reopen within weeks, having been shut since January (Image: Local Democracy Reporting Service ) A section of a coastal path connecting two popular beaches in Pembrokeshire is set to reopen in just over a month. The pathway, which connects Wisemans Bridge with Coppet Hall near Saundersfoot, had previously been shut down following 'substantial rock falls' towards the end of 2023 and into early 2024, despite significant council investment to make the route accessible before the most recent landslides occurred. In January, another collapse took place on the cycleway from Wisemans Bridge to Coppet Hall, disrupting the connection between Wisemans Bridge and Coppet Hall beach. Pembrokeshire Council responded by issuing a temporary prohibition order to restrict access. The order read: "The Order is necessary to ensure the safety of the public from the eroding cliff face and follows two public notices previously issued under this same Act advising of this restriction." For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here . It further detailed: "The effect of the Order will be to temporarily prohibit all vehicular and non-vehicular traffic other than exempted vehicles from proceeding along the Public Right of Way SP42/P1/3 Coppet Hall to Wisemans Bridge – from Coppet Hall Point, northeast to its junction with the access road leading towards Hean Castle." The restrictions are set to be clearly signposted and are planned to commence on Thursday, February 27, with an anticipated duration of around four months. A Pembrokeshire County Council spokesperson stated that the pathway is due to reopen next month. "The end of June is the target to reopen the path between Coppet Hall and Wiseman's Bridge which has been closed due to a landslide." However, the council official also cautioned: "Every effort will be made to meet the re-opening target but given the complicated nature of the works this cannot be guaranteed." The closure notice has a six-month limit, serving as a backup plan in case of unforeseen delays or rescheduling of the works. Meanwhile, the upper path remains accessible to users. By March, the accumulated costs of repairs for multiple incidents had reached nearly £700,000. Article continues below This development comes after local councillor Chris Williams voiced his frustration last year with "selfish" path users who compromised others' safety by repeatedly breaching safety barriers and fencing during the repair works. Get daily breaking news updates on your phone by joining our WhatsApp community here . We occasionally treat members to special offers, promotions and ads from us and our partners. See our Privacy Notice
Western Telegraph
7 days ago
- General
- Western Telegraph
Landslide-hit Pembrokeshire path set to reopen soon
The coastal path, known as the Tramway, which links Wisemans Bridge to Coppet Hall on the edge of Saundersfoot, was previously closed after it experienced 'substantial rock falls' in late 2023 and early 2024, with substantial investment made by the council to reopen the route before the latest landslides. In January a further fall happened towards the western end of the Wisemans Bridge to Coppet Hall cycleway, between the Coppet Hall and Wisemans Bridge tunnels, affecting access between Wisemans Bridge and Coppet Hall beach. A temporary prohibition order affecting access was made by the local authority. It stated: 'The Order is necessary to ensure the safety of the public from the eroding cliff face and follows two public notices previously issued under this same Act advising of this restriction. 'The effect of the Order will be to temporarily prohibit all vehicular and non-vehicular traffic other than exempted vehicles from proceeding along the Public Right of Way SP42/P1/3 Coppet Hall to Wisemans Bridge – from Coppet Hall Point, northeast to its junction with the access road leading towards Hean Castle. 'It is intended that the restrictions, which will be signed accordingly, will come into effect on Thursday, February 27, and remain in force for approximately four months. 'The Order will remain valid for a maximum period of six months as a contingency should the works need to be rescheduled or in the event of any unforeseen circumstances.' The top path remains open. Costs of the works for the multiple incidents had, back in March, amounted to nearly £700,000. There is now light at the end of the tunnel for the pathway, a Pembrokeshire County Council spokesman saying: 'The end of June is the target to re-open the path between Coppet Hall and Wiseman's Bridge which has been closed due to a landslide. 'Every effort will be made to meet the re-opening target but given the complicated nature of the works this cannot be guaranteed.' During last year's works, local councillor Chris Williams hit out at 'selfish' path users putting others at risk by repeatedly cutting open safety barriers and fencing while the repair works were being undertaken.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Here's how to sign up for the 2025 Medalist golf tournament
Signups are under way for the 29th Annual Medalist Tournament, benefiting the Bo Cantwell Scholarship Fund. It will take place June 14-15 at Stonecrest (Round 1) and Cascades (Round 2). The 36-hole tournament is open to professionals and amateurs and is flighted. Advertisement Players may request to play with friends or in their own foursome in Round 1. Carts and fees at Stonecrest are $35, $22 for juniors or walking. Carts and fees at Cascades are $42 for non-season pass owners. Hole sponsorships are available, with payment due by May 26. All of the proceeds go to the scholarship fund. Chris Williams hits out of a bunker during the finals in the Men's Championship division of the City Golf Tournament at Cascades Golf Course on Sunday, July 14, 2024. There will be divisions for mens, seniors, super seniors (65+), women and juniors. There is a $40 entry free for men, seniors and super seniors, $10 for women and juniors. For more information, contact tournament organizer Rick Scherer at 812-360-4811 or rick@ City Golf Tournament The Bloomington City Golf Tournament is open to competitors from Monroe and adjoining counties. Advertisement Signups will begin May 27, with the qualifying tournament June 29-30 for men's, seniors and super seniors. Registration deadline is June 24 with an entry fee of $25. Regular, women's and junior qualifying rounds must be played between May 27-June 30 and the entry fee is $15 with juniors free. The match play tourney will run July 6-7 and 13-14. For more information or to register, call the Cascades Golf Course Pro Shop at 812-349.3764. This article originally appeared on The Herald-Times: Here's how to sign up for the 2025 Medalist golf tournament
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Among the best: These Ohio breweries brought home World Beer Cup medals. See who won
Ohioans who enjoy craft beer know there are plenty of excellent options around the Buckeye State to quench their thirst. These eight breweries have solidified their place on that list by bringing home medals during the recent World Beer Cup put on by the Brewers Association, a trade group representing small and independent American craft breweries. Throughout 14 sessions spanning seven days, a panel of 265 judges from 37 countries evaluated 8,375 entries from 1,761 breweries and cideries across 49 nations and bestowed 349 awards. In short, taking home a medal was no easy feat. So raise your glass to toast the winners from Ohio. Cheers! 4 Ohio craft breweries are among the top 50 in the nation. See the full list Ohio craft brewery medal winners in World Beer Cup competition 'The World Beer Cup competition continues to showcase the global industry's dedication to innovative craftsmanship, diverse flavors, and technical excellence,' said Chris Williams, World Beer Cup competition director. 'This roster of 2025 winners represents the pinnacle of craft brewing and cideries, demonstrating what's achievable through dedication and passion. Congratulations to this year's award winners; they have once again helped set the standard for excellence in their craft, inspiring innovation and fostering healthy competition within the industry.' Brink Brewing Co., Cincinnati Gold : Moozie, sweet stout or cream stout category Bronze: Lil' Zoomie, coffee stout or porter category Eighty-Three Brewery, Akron Silver: A.5, wood- and barrel-aged beer category Eudora Brewing Co., Kettering Silver: Mother Fuggle, brown porter category Fat Heads Brewery, Middleburg Heights Gold : Apres Hefe, south German-style bernsteinfarbenes weizen category Gold : Battle Axe, strong porter category Silver: Alpenglow, south German-style weizenbock category Fretboard Brewing Co., Blue Ash Bronze: Crazy Train, Belgian-style ale or French-style ale category Third Eye Brewing Co., Cincinnati Gold: Higher Consciousness, Scotch ale category Wondering Monsters Brewing Co., Cincinnati Silver: Viator Obscura: Triple Chocolate, chocolate beer category Wooly Pig Farm Brewery, Fresno Silver: Rye Dunkle, rye beer category This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: 8 Ohio breweries win World Beer Cup 2025 medals. Full list of winners
